The Aquatic Stewardship Grant Program from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife provides grants of up to $7,500 per fiscal year to organizations that increase aquatic stewardship through hands-on educational experiences. Formerly known as the Aquatic Education Grant Program, the program funds projects that engage participants in learning about aquatic ecosystems and responsible stewardship.

All funded projects must include an educational component focused on aquatic stewardship rather than just fishing instruction. Eligible applicants include schools, conservation groups, and other organizations capable of delivering aquatic education programming in Ohio.

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Formerly known as the Aquatic Education Grant Program, the ODNR Division of Wildlife Aquatic Stewardship Grant Program is designed to increase aquatic stewardship through hands-on experiences implemented by partnering organizations.

Applicants should address the • The project must include an opportunity for the participants to engage in an aquatic education learning hands-on fishing opportunities must include an educational component geared towards aquatic education and stewardship (not just “how to fish”).

For opportunities that are only hands-on fishing, or primarily request grant funding for actual fishing activities, please apply for a Conservation Club submitted to the ODNR Division of Wildlife upon completion of the project. What are some suggested activities that are eligible • Teen Leadership Fishing equipment for Trout in the Classroom (T. I.

C.) program NOTE: Activities involving competition are not eligible. Activities and events must have an educational value and may include When is the application deadline?

• The application period opens submitted by or before March 15th projects/programs taking place the following July 1st through June 30th Who is eligible to apply for the grant? Schools, park and recreation departments, conservation groups, local governments, and other organizations that have Federal Tax ID Numbers within Ohio are eligible.

Multiple agencies may work cooperatively to conduct a program or event, but the grant applicant is responsible for contract administration, permitting, fund management and final NOTE: Private individuals are not eligible How much money is available? An organization can apply for up to $7,500 per fiscal year (July 1-June 30) and can be divided between one or multiple project proposals.

Each proposal must include a detailed budget indicating how the funds will be spent, and all items included in the budget must be necessary for the organization to achieve its goal(s) for the event (i.e., we don’t fund swag What type of programming is preferred? Programs or events consisting of educational components addressing aquatic ecosystems and stewardship.

The project must include an opportunity for the participants to engage in an aquatic education learning experience, with hands-on programming preferred. How is the program funded? Funding for the Aquatic Education Grant Program is comprised of money from license/permit revenues and the Sport Fish Restoration Program.

For more information about this program, please refer to the USFWS Restoration | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (fws. gov) . Who can participate in the event or activity?

All activities supported by the ODNR Division of Wildlife must be open to all citizens regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, mobility, visual disabilities, or learning disabilities. Risk management and safety considerations, however, may limit active participation by some age or ability groups. Who is responsible for the coordination of safety and risk management concerns?

The grant recipient is responsible for all safety and risk management concerns. The ODNR Division of Wildlife does not accept any liability for damage or injury resulting from activities supported through the Aquatic Education Grant. The cost of liability insurance, however, is an eligible grant expense under this grant program.

Address for check to be mailed It is important that the person filling out this application provide their contact information below should questions arise. Contract Signatory Information -- please fill out for club's authorized signer for contracts, usually the club's president. How many years has your organization been in existence?

Number of meetings held per year: Number of current members in your organization: Does your organization own or lease land primarily used for hunting, fishing, trapping, shooting sports, and other wildlife-related outdoor recreation? Does your organization maintain memberships in any National, State or County sportsmen’s organizations?

Is your organization registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) Does your organization have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) If yes, please enter your UEI Is your organization registered with the Ohio Secretary of State?

NAME OF PROPOSED EVENT/ACTIVITY OR MODULE: LOCATION OF EVENT/ACTIVITY If annual EVENT/ACTIVITY, list number of year’s event has occurred: Do you receive funds from any of the following grants from the Division for this event/activity? Conservation Club Rod & Reel Step Outside Is the EVENT/ACTIVITY being co-sponsored with any other organization? Please list name(s) of co-sponsors Is this an angler education course?

Will this event contain an actual fishing experience? Will EVENT/ACTIVITY focus on: (Please check all that apply) How many participants do you expect? How many instructors will teach at this event?

How many hours will this proposed event last? Please list the media outlets utilized to advertise your EVENT/ACTIVITY? **YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALL ADVERTISING WITH THE FINAL REPORT** What is the cost per participant utilizing funds provided by the Division of Wildlife?

(This cost is calculated by dividing the funds provided by the Division for this proposal, by the number of participants expected.) What percentage of DOLLARS will be provided by the club and/or co-sponsor for this event/activity in comparison to the proposal amount? FUNDING IS EXHAUSTED FOR THE GRANT CYCLE.

Describe activity, event, or purpose for requested funds. Proposed Budget For This Event/Activity **Total Grant Requested cannot exceed $7,500** After clicking Review, you will have a chance to review your entry. A copy of the application will be emailed to you at a later date.

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